Quote by Epictetus

Men are disturbed not by things, but by the view which they take of them.

Men are disturbed not by things, but by the view which they

Summary

This quote suggests that it is not external circumstances or events that cause disturbance or distress in men, but rather their interpretation or perception of those events. It implies that the way we choose to perceive and react to situations determines our emotional state, rather than the situations themselves dictating our feelings. In other words, it highlights the influence of individual mindset and perspective as key factors in determining one's emotional well-being.

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